Studying topics such as film, jazz, literature, visual culture, gender, race and religion, American Studies investigates America in the present and the past, beyond both disciplinary and national boundaries.

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Our Program

An interdisciplinary program in which faculty and students think critically about the many institutional and cultural meanings of America, popular culture, society and identity.

Our Faculty

Faculty teaching in the program come from a multitude of disciplines, bringing their breadth of knowledge to our students. Learn more about them, their interests, and their work.

Our Course of Study

Studying American culture is a vast enterprise. Learn about our courses, opportunities to study abroad, and what you can expect while you're a student here.

Our Graduates

Graduates from the program work in a wide variety of fields. Learn about our alumni, the fields they are in, and read their stories of success.

Contact Us

Get in touch with us to explore your options for undergraduate and graduate work in the program, and what the admissions process is like.